Grind Flu Magazine Summer 2012 Issue

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June 23rd, 2012 @ Cream Nite Lounge Hosted by Tone Hollywood of HOT 98.1 DJ Kurious George on the 1’s & 2’s


AND THE WINNERS ARE: Best Barber Shop: Next Level 2 Best Hair Salon: Exquisite Best Social Club: Royal Divas Best Motorcycle Club: Jokers Wrath Best Modeling Agency: Infinity Modeling Co Hottest Model: A Jewel Breakthrough Fashion Designer: Go Hard Clothing Line Best Night Club: Cream Nite Club Best Supportive Media Outlet: Grand South Media Best Graphic Artist: Rebekkah Burton Best Web Designer: A1 Best Photographer: Syntaris Davis Best Videographer: Precise Aim Best Poet/Spoken Word Artist: Moody Black Best Online Radio Show: NYCS Radio Best DJ: DJ E-Money Best Producer: Imperial Best Gospel Artist: Maurice Nesbit Best Male R&B Artist: Young Q Best Female R&B Artist: Jessie James Best Male Rap Artist: Ricky Prince Best Female Rap Artist: Ya Ya Best Rap Group: NBH Best Music Video of the Year: Formual 4 Mula- NBH Best Mixtape/Album of the Year: Raw Talents 3 Welcome to SC- Various Artists Song of the Year: S.W.I.S.- NBH Promoter of the Year: Hungree Boy Ent Grind Flu Award of the Year: Graylon Murraye




JESSIE JAMES

Jessica James was born on Oct 5,1989 in Brooklyn, Ny to Vincere and Danny James. At 6 months of age her parents moved to Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. A place they saw best fit to raise a young baby. Jessica's mother knew since she was a baby that she would be a singer. Not just because both her mother and father sang and played instruments, but because of Jessica's high pitch cries as a baby, her extreme interest for music and the amazing energy she had singing along with Whitney Houston's songs at a very young age. The first time Jessica, also known as "Jessie" sang on stage was when she was three years old; she sang "The Lord Is My Sheperd" at her church's children convention. This is when everyone realized she had talent. Jessica started writing her own songs when she was 7yrs old and even started her own little group called: Steps To Christ. Eventually she joined the childrens chior and recieved most of the major solo singing parts. In Febuary of 1999 Jessie moved to Limon, Costa Rica with her parents and youger brother Tyler James. When she arrived in Costa Rica "Jessie" was enrolled for middle school imediatley, at first it was hard because English was her first language and she did not speak Spanish so she had to learn the language. After three months Jessica learned to speak, read, and write spanish fluently; thats when she started writing her own music in english and spanish. After a while Jessie joined the youth choir; shortly after she joined a ministry group that traveled around the country to sing and act. Jessica James was known all around Costa Rica for singing at wedding receptions, graduations, funerals, baby showers, concerts and other events. In Oct of 2005 Jessica moved back to the U.S., to the state of South Carolina to finish High School. On June 1, 2007 Jessie graduated from Carolina High School and Health Academy; on this same day she sang to all her fellow graduates a very popular song by Yolanda Adams: "You Gotta Believe". No matter where she goes Jessica is always known for her beautiful voice. Jessica has always described music as being apart of her DNA and not just something she does. She has a great passion for helping people and making a difference in her community. Now, Jessica is an upcoming artist and songwriter ready to introduce her own style and flavor of music to the world. As of today she still strives to touch the hearts of many through her songs, her performances, and her life. www.reverbnation.com/jessiejames www.youtube.com/letasha05 www.facebook.com/jessiejamesmusic




TIZZLE & STREETZ Originally from Chicago/Gary Indiana this duo are on a journey to make you dance while keeping the streets talking about the newest lyrical explosion. "The music is best described as the future of Midwest hip-hop, where we integrate different styles from some of the best that we've admired over the years. CONGRATULATIONS TIZZLE AND STREETZ WINNERS OF: "MTV2 Independent Artist Showcase" ATL Music Room ShowCase THESE GUYS ARE READY They are currently in the studio working on a new Ep due out later this summer. For more on Tizzle and Streetz visit: www,tizzleandstreetzonline.com twitter.com/tizzlenstreetz facebook.com/pages/TIZZLE-AND-STREETZ/330100383459 New hit single "She Goin" featured in the new Terry Miles Hoodstarrz movie 'Recognize" premiering July 2012.


Buddy Boi

Born Ahmad Hart was giving the nickname BuddyBoi from his late great grandma, had a love for the game at an early age. Being influenced with music from his fathers old records such as Curtis Mayfield, Bobby Womack & others plus his mother singing on the church choir, he always had music surrounding him. Being 1st introduced to rap from his cousins stash after being locked up, he heard Ice Cubes "America's Most" & was turned out. Being inspired by rappers such as Getto Boys, UGK, Outkast & local groups like Flatties& Native Woods he quickly linked with long time friends the suppliers & family member & best friend Lil Jimmy & it was on from there. Dropping mixtape after mixtape, Lil Jimmy & Buddyboi opened for over 30 acts such as Shawty Lo,Young Dro,Yo-Gotti, Plies & almost securing a deal w/ Slip&Slide records until the untimely & tragic death of his mentor Lil Jimmy left Buddyboi to start from scratch. Keeping his ponta legacy alive he quickly went back In the studio & recorded the same style of music they created, which was that gutta/ soul& struggle music. Coming From the crime infested small town of Greenwood SC aka DopeMANE Murder City he touches on topics that relates to his community such as Income,politic,& the oposite sex. Along with Madoff the boss they founded Moneygreen Music in 2009 kept the ball rolling the way jimmy wanted it to be. His latest mixtape "Coast 2 Coast presents Too Hard" has set the streets & internet on fire. With major feat. Such as Bohagon, Bloodraw& Regina Belle has proven that he wants in, & S.Carolinas got sumthin to say. Be in the look out for the new mixtape which is scheduled to have Young Buck, Trick Daddy & possibly Anthony Hamilton. Follow him on twitter @buddyboi864 search YouTube buddyboi & Born Ahmad Hart was giving the nickname BuddyBoi from his late great grandma, had a love for the game at an early age. Being influenced with music from his fathers old records such as Curtis Mayfield, Bobby Womack & others plus his mother singing on the church choir, he always had music surrounding him. Being 1st introduced to rap from his cousins stash after being locked up, he heard Ice Cubes "America's Most" & was turned out. Being inspired by rappers such as Getto Boys, UGK, Outkast & local groups like Flatties& Native Woods he quickly linked with long time friends the suppliers & family member & best friend Lil Jimmy & it was on from there. Dropping mixtape after mixtape, Lil Jimmy & Buddyboi opened for over 30 acts such as Shawty Lo,Young Dro,Yo-Gotti, Plies & almost securing a deal w/ Slip&Slide records until the untimely & tragic death of his mentor Lil Jimmy left Buddyboi to start from scratch. Keeping his ponta legacy alive he quickly went back In the studio & recorded the same style of music they created, which was that gutta/ soul& struggle music. Coming From the crime infested small town of Greenwood SC aka DopeMANE Murder City he touches on topics that relates to his community such as Income,politic,& the oposite sex. Along with Madoff the boss they founded Moneygreen Music in 2009 kept the ball rolling the way jimmy wanted it to be. His latest mixtape "Coast 2 Coast presents Too Hard" has set the streets & internet on fire. With major feat. Such as Bohagon, Bloodraw& Regina Belle has proven that he wants in, & S.Carolinas got sumthin to say. Be in the look out for the new mixtape which is scheduled to have Young Buck, Trick Daddy & possibly Anthony Hamilton. Follow him on twitter @buddyboi864 seach YouTube buddyboi & www.reverbnation.com/buddyboi or www.reverbnation.com/MGM







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Blakheart grew up in the Jesse Jackson Town homes community in Greenville SC, he has been writing and composing music since the a 13. Blakheart graduated from J.L Mann Academy, in 1998 and later joined the United States Navy shortly after high school. It was then military where is was stationed in Virginia beach, where St Louis na Cornell Haynes Jr. a.k.a Nelly took notice in him and later spawned with Universal Music Group in 2000. Blakheart has toured with som the biggest names in the industry and has educated himself on the ness along the way. His group that consisted of one other member mont Robertson a.k.a Seven Capadon, has been on numerous radio works in the past decade, they have made a name for themselves a has been compared to the artist of the likes of Twista, Field Mob an Eight ball and MJG. Blakheart toured with the likes of artist like The bow wow, The Clipse, Flip mode Squad, Dj Kool, Missy Elliot, and a of others during his 2000-2008 career marker. Blakheart now reside back in his hometown of Greenville SC, after a 12 year hiatus from birth state. Blakheart has earned credits as a standing videographe rector, and photographer in his hometown. Blakheart started his m media imprint Blakfokused Media LLC last year of July. The imprint product of Roll Ready Records/Nap Nap Ent. Ricky Prince a seasone native is the Ceo of Roll Ready Records, and Blakheart is currently t care of his management. Blakheart also manages 3 other artist und label and production company. He is also an alumni of The Univers Phoenix where is is currently studying his Masters in Sociology (MS a major. With all he had done and all he has learned Blakheart still tinues to strive for excellence and longevity!


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CASSO BORN CHRISTOPHER PETERS ON NOVEMBER 18, 1979, THE SECOND SON OF BARBARA RUTH PETERS…AT A VERY YOUNG AGE CHRIS ALWAYS HAD A BOND WITH MUSIC…BORN IN FIELDCREST VILLAGE AND RAISED UP IN THE COMMUNITY OF NICHOLTOWN, AROUND DRUGS AND VIOLENCE,” MUSIC WAS ALWAYS MY ESCAPE! “BEFORE HE BEGAN RAPPING,HE USED TO WRITE RHYMES FOR HIS TEENAGE COUNTERPARTS BACK IN HIGH SCHOOL. HE BEGAN TO PEN RHYMES AND LYRICS FOR HIS FRIENDS EVERYTIME THEY WENT TO THE RECORDING STUDIO. IT WAS ONLY THEN THAT CHRIS BEGAN TO RECEIVE AN HERENDOUS AMOUNT OF FEEDBACK FROM HIS PEERS. IN THE SUMMER OF 1994 CHRISTOPHER AUDITIONED FOR A PRODUCER IN THE GREENVILLE AREA, AND WAS GIVEN PRAISE FOR HIS TALENT. HE QUOTED “THIS IS THE REASON WHY I AM HERE TILL THIS VERY DAY”! CASSO HAS ALWAYS FAVORED MUSICAL ARTIST SUCH AS NAS, NOTORIOUS BIG, THE WU TANG CLAN, RAKIM,ETC…OLD SCHOOL REAL HIPHOP…HE QUOTED”IN THE ERA OF ALL MY HARD HEAD MISTAKES PLUS MY MOTHER BEING DIAGNOSED WIT BREAST CANCER, I TURNED TO WRITING TO EXPRESS MY THOUGHTS AND FEELINGS ON PAPER! “MY FAMILY IS MY MOST IMPORTANT INFLUENCE WHEN IT COMES TO MY MUSIC”….AFTER NUMEROUS MIXTAPES STRICTLY FOR THE STREETS, CASSO FEELS THAT HE HAS FINALLY ELEVATED TO A STATUS OF COMFORT ABILITY IN HIS MUSIC. CASSO HAS A MISSION TO FULFIL ALONG WITH ROLL READY RECORDS TO BRING REAL HIP HOP BACK. HE QUOTES” I FEEL LIKE THE ERA OF MUSIC GENERATING NOW IS OK BUT DOESN’T MEET THE CRITERA OF WHAT WE CALL HIP HOP…I AM HIP HOP AND HIP HOP MADE ME.WITH MY NEXT PROJECT IN THE MAKING, ENTITLED “MONTANA’S THEORY” I OPEN UP A DIFFERENT PART OF MY MIND. ADDRESSING MANY ISSUES I HAVE WITH MUSIC AND CRITICS WHICH WILL DEBUT LATER IN THE SUMMER OF 2012…WITH A SMOOTH AND DIVERSE FLOW, CASSO DELIVERS POETIC RHYMES OVER SOLIDIFIED BEATS THAT ATTRACTS ALL AUDIENCES. HE IS ONE OF ROLL READY RECORD’S SECRET WEAPONS, WITH HIS 17 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN THE GAME, HE IS SURE TO BE A FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH! CASSO MONTANA…THE TRUTH!



D-MUN-E Stemming from a past of broken trust & disloyalty usually destroys a person; not for D-Mun-E. D grew up in Greenville, SC all of his life. Adopted by his grandparents because of a mother and father (whom has never been a part of his life) too young to care for him, he grew up in a middle class lifestyle. At the age of 10 was when he bought his first hip-hop album. That is where the passion all began. Once entering the teenage years, he soon began to realize the depth that friendship really stores. Because of a new wardrobe & choice of music, "friends" from his childhood began to disappear. Frustated, he turned to his lyrics as a way of escape from the anger and aggression built up inside. This is where the fire for the passion grew. It was no longer a hobby; it was life. At 21 years old, D-Mun-E has proven himself to be a man that will take on anything that life has to throw at him and keep on moving. "Failure is not an option. I will stop at nothing to show others who have been in a situation similar to mine that you can be yourself, and to hell with what everybody else thinks. Live YOUR life, and be what you wanna be.


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Infinity Ent & Modeling Co. is a New Company, that is about to take the world of Fashion and Entertainment by storm. The main focus for Infinity Ent. & Modeling Co. is to give back to the community and help raise money & awareness for different Cancer foundations. There are so many different types of cancer out there & we all may know someone that was affected it. So we would like to raise money to help fight cancer, the best we can. Every little bit counts!!!! Infinity Ent. & Modeling Co. also thrives on the building & developing of a group of Positive, Young, Beautiful, Intelligent women that are full of Infinite Wisdom, Boundless Ambition and Endless, Eternal Beauty!!! A group who has endless possibilities when it comes to life and living life successfully, to the fullest potential! We are building a group of beautiful young women that are about to take the world of modeling by storm. We throw various events, fashion, & hair shows; host parties in different cities and have many photo shoots for different, well known photographers in different cities. We work to get our girls a lot of exposure in the world of modeling. Our main focus is giving back to the community, But we WILL have a ball while doing it!! There are alot of BIG plans on the horizon for Infinity Ent. and Modeling Co. Stay Tuned.


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Trinisha Mattison Trinisha Mattison, is the CEO & Founder of Infinity Modeling. Trinisha was born in California and later moved to the east coast, where she now resides. At the age of 32, Trinisha is a devoted and loving mother, who has put fourth all her hard work and energy in making a better life for her children and others. She believes that through Christ all things are possible and for that reason alone, Change is always possible. Trinisha has always had a passion for modeling and Starting her own modeling company has always been a dream for her. A year ago she stepped out on faith and made it happen. She had another vision to help set Infinity apart from the rest, and she asked her now business partner to bring her talents & join forces with her, together they make up, INFINITY ENTERTAINMENT & MODELING COMPANY. Infinity Modeling has been branded by God and with his continued grace & mercy, To the top is where Infinity will continue to go. Infinity Modeling Co. thrives on building & developing a group of Positive, Young, Beautiful, Intelligent women that are full of Infinite Wisdom, Boundless Ambition and Endless, Eternal Beauty! Trinisha also specializes in event promotions/ hosting, advertising, and mentoring. Along side her partner, Infinity Entertainment CEO Ebony Sullivan, Trinisha has big plans for Infinity Modeling. Together these ladies are building a brand with a positive purpose...Stay Tuned! It's a Takeover. ~To Infinity and Beyond!~


Vision of Infinity Modeling~

Ebony Sullivan Ebony Sullivan CEO of Infinity Entertainment at age 33 is a devoted and loving mother who has put forth all her energy in making a difference in the world. She believes that through Christ all things are possible and for that reason Change is always an option. Infinity Ent. has been branded through Christ and Ebony has reached out to many local and national organizations to make her vision reality. We focus on using talent to educate and innovate young minds to help change the world. We put on different events to provide fundings for cancer awareness. Ebony has branched out her talents to also catering, event promotions, advertising, and mentoring. Along side with Infinity Modeling Co.CEO Trinisha Mattison, Ebony has planned to take over the South and dominate the “usual� with Infinty!! She’s going to Infinity and Beyond!


Felicia Im 32, curvylicious, intelligent, outgoing, go-getter from Greenville. I like to have fun with friends, participate in fashion and hair shows and last but not least get money!

LaShunta Lashunta is an Infinity Model who is a positive, beautiful, intelligent young lady full of boundless ambition and endless eternal beauty. I'm 24 currently residing in Greenville sc....Hardworking girl but in my spare time i spend it shopping and seeing my nieces!!



Name:Ive Rivera Height:5'6 Measurements:34-29-41 Born:Ny, Ny Raised:Puerto Rico Sign:Taurus Favorite food:Chinese I am a mother of 3, I'm loyal, I love to laugh, have fun but at the same time I am very professional and have a serious passion for modeling.....I am who I am!! My interest:Reading, excersice, shopping and spending time with my family, one day would love to travel the world. Favorite quote:You only live once so live your life to the fullest Available for booking:Promotions, Runway, Editorial, Glamour and Hosting



Mykela Mykela is an Infinity Model who resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. She enjoys spending time with family, friends and of course SHOPPING!!! Mykela works in management within the Limited Brands company Victoria's Secret. It's no secret why Mykela is a part of Infinity Modeling Ent. & Modeling Co. Mykela is a positive, beautiful, intelligent young lady full of boundless ambition and endless eternal beauty; just a snipet of what Infinity Modeling Ent. & Modeling Co stands for.






Fashion meets you where you are at Ciao Bella, an upscale online consignment boutique located locally out of Greenville, SC. Ciao Bella offers a wide variety of women apparel, handbags, shoes, and accessories from top name fashion designers at 50%-70% below retail value. Whether you’re a fashion forward trendsetter or a conservative career woman, Ciao Bella's refined atmosphere and customer friendly online site promise a shopping experience that is tailored to your individual taste. An ever-changing inventory features premier fashion designs from Arden B, BeBe, Louis Vuitton, featuring upcoming designers and numerous other preferred labels. Portia Burnette, Owner of Ciao Bella enthusiasm for high-end fashion at an affordable price has led her to open this online consignment boutique. "It is my goal to bring high-end fashion to the upstate at prices that everyone can afford," says Portia. "Even if you've never visited a designer consignment before, you'll love Ciao Bella!" Visit us at facebook.com/ciaobellaconsignmentboutique


I'm Rick 'Da Rula' Montgomery, Founder/Prez or the Notorious Rydahz of Doom Reloaded MC. The club was started in Oct. Of 2006 by me & Derrick Montgomery. Since then I have seen the UPS & DOWNS but still we stand! Derrick is a honorary member & we currently have 7 active members. Our club don't like to carry dead weight, meaning we don't like large numbers just to say that you have 20 members. We are passionate about the MC way of life & giving back to the community. The Rydahz of Doom Reloaded MC is a member of the South Carolina MC/SC coalition, where I am the sargent of arms. We are celebrating our 6th Annual Anniversary party Sat. Nov. 3rd at Prime Time Ultra Lounge in Laurens,SC. If you are in the area come on out & show us some love & it will be returned. Skull Game Baby!!!!


South Carolina has finally found hope within the rap community. His stage name is Dat Boi P but he was born Calvin Keshawn Peake in Union, South Carolina at the Wallace Thompson Hospital. He is currently Independent with his family’s own imprint Hill Fam Entertainment. He is also ½ of the duo 2Smooth and there single "Main Lady" has been getting some airplay lately. Not only does he rap, but he also produces, being the man behind "Main Lady" By the age of 6 he was singing on the church choir, and by 12 he began rapping and recording songs. Pulling influences from artists like Tupac Shakuar, Notorious BIG, Run DMC, Hurricane Chris, Plies and Mystikal, by the time he was 16, he released his first mixtape "Smokin Session." Dat Boi P currently has 3 mixtapes out, "Smokin Session" , "Come Up", and "Pizza Hut Shawty" which all three can be downloaded from www.mixtapefactory.com. "WHO?" will make his fourth. In addition to having his four mixtapes, Dat Boi P was featured on "Empire Takeova 22", a compilation of exclusive tracks from mainstream artists like T.I, Mary J. Blige and Usher. Dat Boi P has just finished working on a collabo mixtape with Brad Robb entitled "Betta Late Than Neva" which has been released and can be downloaded from datpiff.com. Also he is currently gearing to release another collabo mixtape with Brad Robb and 10 entitled "Stax Dat" which will be availble sometime during the summer of 2012. Rula Entertainment, founded by Ricky "Rula" Montgomery, currently represents Dat Boi P. For booking call 1-864-266-3115 or email at montgomery07@aol.com Youtube: www.youtube.com/peake15


+SNB stands for shake n bake. the name came from the movie: Talladega Nights, ballad of Ricky Bobby and the two artist, R.O.D and Young Lion, have turned it into the motivational phrase for their music group. the two artist met while working together at the chicken farm. both had similar past in music, being that R.O.D. is one half of the MUDDMOB MUSIC group and Lion is a part of the group BOSS, and both have similar passions for music so they began collaborating on projects that resulted in great music. they are currently working on a project called "drive with no fear" and the lead single for this project is "crown vic muzik". This track discusses the ups and downs of driving and coming up in one of the most popular cars in the upstate SC. www.reverbnation.com/muddmobmusic MoKizzal- My "high-o" not bio is from this point...the summer of 2012 because Ive been rapping since bout 7th grade but I jus don't do the same stuff I use to. I came from the southside area a product of the 80's but a smoker Dailey.this album I just dropped is an album called "big blunts no whammies", its just a real good time in ya car or stereo & she got bass like a fool and I wanted to drop that in the midst of the summers beginning cause riding to the club,Rollin up,a party,a open mic, at a alien invasion you can play this cd. Im into weed, woman & race cars I feel only a slow person gotta say I'm bout money cause you can't really enjoy whatever it is you like to do without it so that part should be obvious.I made all the beats for my joint and it didn't have no features because it's a blunt to the face yaaaa mean all me I had to smoke one first to set up my movement which consist of a couple cats that came down to earth wit me to do this.i have fun with my muzik, wutchu get from meeting me is that. Music is my vice and I try to make sure that I can give my audience track for track of some good smokin & drinking grooves cause look at the title thats just wut it is.explaining me I'd be a bunch of personality & imagination, the all original best friend of jack Daniels covered in sour diesel cologne. My past is my past I did alotta weed sellin but now I do alotta tree smokin. I mess wit news, politics and rock & roll...uhhh free bam...buy my cd & I'm out this piece.


Rachett Princess Rachett Princess came into the game with a blast this year taking on the task of creating a mixtape that would catapult her career as well as touch the people that heard her project. She completed a collective of songs and called it "Sleep when I die pt 1" This release was originally released early 2011, but is being revamped completely and re-released under Jigalow Records. Look for more from Rachett Princess this year! As the world turns 2012 has ushered in a new year with new possibilities. Rachett Princess has proven herself to be the future in rap as she dropped her "Boss Lady" mixtape to critical acclaim. Magazines have embraced her talent, radio stations, online stations and shows. She has been slated as a guest on many shows to promote her project, her commercials have been gaining a lot of views and her videos have gained over ten thousand views. Rachett Princess continues to be the strongest female artist pushing right now in regards to work ethic and material. 2012 belonged to her and I don't see any stopping her. Jigalow Records has a campaign for her and she has been running this year so far in South Carolina!


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